Lazy River Cottage offers a serene Texas resort-style retreat by the Middle Bosque River. Experience fishing, kayaking, swimming, and wildlife watching with 360 ft of river access just steps from your door.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Lazy River Cottage on the Middle Bosque River - kayaks and boats available.
Come relax and enjoy Texas resort-style living by the Middle Bosque River. Cruise down the river on a kayak, watch the wild life, breathe the fresh air, and see the stars at night.
We are a 25 minute drive to Waco, Magnolia Market and Baylor University.
We are located down a private country drive with controlled access to the property. Our secluded home is situated on 48 acres with 360 ft of river access - right in the backyard!
Fishing, kayaking, swimming, floating the river, observing wildlife & camp fires are the norm here. With river access 192 feet away from the front door! (Yes, we measured 😎). So come play, enjoy the view and clock in some personal relaxation time at the Lazy River Cottage!
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Our family lives in the main house which is close by the cottage (about 6 feet from the main house). The cottage is a separate building by the main house with a private entrance.
We do share a backyard, and we will try our best to minimize interactions while you enjoy your stay. However, it’s not uncommon to hear laughing, playing or frustrated kids trying to get their way.
Our policy is to let guests take the lead on how interactive they want to be with us. We do practice social distancing.
We are friendly, but it’s your vacation and we respect your privacy.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Lazy River Cottage on the Middle Bosque River - kayaks and boats available. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Lazy River Cottage on the Middle Bosque River - kayaks and boats available. ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lazy River Cottage on the Middle Bosque River - kayaks and boats available. ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lazy River Cottage on the Middle Bosque River - kayaks and boats available. ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lazy River Cottage on the Middle Bosque River - kayaks and boats available. located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Lake Waco, Amsler Park and Zion Lutheran Church of McGregor. Bluebonnet Park and Carleen Bright Arboretum are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Our stay was wonderful. We had a great trip down the river. Water is crystal clear and a little cold. Cottage was very clean and comfortable. Host are great. Our daughter enjoyed playing with their small children. Highly recommend for families.
We had a comfortable stay. The weather wasn’t ideal, but we still enjoyed. The beds were comfortable and although the kitchen space is tiny, it’s well equipped to make breakfast tacos or heat food up. The ladder to the bed is pretty steep, but fine during the day. It only made me nervous going to the bathroom in the night.
This VRBO was an absolute dream! Nestled away from the hustle and bustle of the city, it offered the perfect mix of tranquility and adventure along a stunning river. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed by the sweetest family, who went above and beyond to make us feel at home. Their children were so kind, and they even let our kids enjoy their playground, trampoline, and other toys. So thoughtful!The cabin itself was pristine, with gorgeous interior design that felt both cozy and luxurious. I originally thought my husband and I wouldn’t fit comfortably on the double bed, so we brought a queen air mattress just in case. But the loft bed ended up being absolutely perfect, so comfortable, and we slept great! The photos truly don’t do this place justice.We spent our days kayaking and fishing on the river and our nights gathered around the fire pit, soaking in the peaceful surroundings. This place exceeded all expectations, and we can’t wait to come back! If you're looking for a serene and family-friendly getaway, this is it!
Lauren H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gwen
15 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, accommodating, peaceful, quiet. Visiting family in Texas and will stay here on our next visit.
This cute cottage is the perfect getaway. The river is beautiful and easy to explore. The cottage is close to Waco but far enough to feel like an escape! We will definitely stay here again!
The cottage was adorable and had everything you needed and more to rest, relax, and reminisce. The owners were very friendly and ensured we had a nice stay. Check-in and check-out was simple. I would highly recommend this VRBO!!
Used kayaks and had the river to ourselves. Very quiet. Be sure you are comfortable with the ladder. We were but it’s not for everyone. Plenty of outdoor space. River is beautiful.
My son & I needed a weekend getaway for his 11th birthday. We wanted to enjoy fresh air, nature, fishing and napping! The best bed I’ve slept in is up in the loft. Crack the windows for the cool night air…almost tasted sweet. This cottage was everything we needed in a space and was comfortable with our budget. PS the owners are very kind and accommodating. Couldn’t ask for nicer folks to be next to. ☺️
Nick P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
K C.
26 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Property has potential but disappointed with our stay
This property has a lot of potential , but the listing was inaccurate unfortunately. It said the property had a pool and we were counting on a pool as part of our travel plans. It was extremely hot outside and the river was not flowing. We understood the water would be low but to find a stagnant pool of water that was unswimmable was very disappointing. In addition, there was no working TV in the space. We ended up leaving the property for the majority of our stay, which was not our plan since it is far from town. I informed the property owners of our complaints and they offered 15% off our next stay, but I'm not feeling positively about that response. It has been a month and the listing has not been updated to remove the pool. For this reason, I felt I needed to write a review so someone else wouldn't be set up for disappointment. I'm sure this is a lovely place when there is a flowing river, but I wouldn't trust the accuracy of the listing information. In addition, the fold out couch is not a suitable second bed and the doors were not lockable. We didn't feel any threat of theft or anything, but as two women staying alone, we would've liked to lock our door at night.
This was a good experience for me and my husband and my grandson was greeted by the owner who is very polite and nice we was really impressed Cottage was clean smelled good look good we did not want to leave 2 days was a long enough the owners set up the wood fire brung us out of boat that was very fun we've never done that before we fished very quiet and I'm pretty sure we will be back I highly recommend this particular Cottage location it's way worth your money very affordable I would like to thank the owners for the wonderful experience that allowed us we couldn't ask for any better place
Nice property with a peaceful view. My wife and I spent the weekend at this cabin with our best friends (couple), just to get away for a weekend. The four of us found the cabin absolutely adorable. We walked up and down the river to enjoy the nature and beautiful weather. The location provided a fire circle area and grill for us to cook our meals. We took a quick trip to the Magnolia Silos and did a little shopping and eating. The owners were to quick to respond to our needs and frieny notifications. We're hoping to come back when the river is higher to experience the kayaking some day in the future. Thank you for a lovely weekend.
Great spot out of town on a nice farm/ranch. A nice add would be a small electric skillet for wiping up some breakfast.! So nice and will definitely stay again
Dwayne H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
BONNIE
29 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were looking to relax, and this was the place. We enjoyed the boat that was there for us to use for fishing.The river is within walking distance to the cottage. The owner was great, answering any questions we had.We would recommend this property to anyone looking to unwind, but you are close enough to enjoy the Waco experience. Will recommend to friends.
We enjoyed our time in the peace and quiet. had a nice time using the canoe to see the little river behind the property. Spent hours reading in the quiet stillness watching the river. We used the fire pit and had long conversations about life and family. Overall we had a great time.
It was a wonderful little stay away from home! The cottage was so beautiful and the owners were very helpful and accommodating! The kids had a great time kayaking and playing. We wish the weather had been a little better but we made the most of it. Campfire and s’mores was perfect! Thank you so much Marilee and Kris!